If an altitude valve fails to close, what could potentially happen to the water storage tank?

When an altitude valve fails to close, it allows continuous water flow into the storage tank despite the tank reaching its maximum capacity. As a result, the water level in the tank can rise beyond its intended limits, leading to an overflow situation. This overflow can cause various issues, such as flooding, structural damage to the tank itself, and potential impacts on the surrounding area due to excess water.

Overflow situations can also result in the loss of treated water, which could have implications for water supply integrity, treatment processes, and may even require costly repairs or additional management efforts. This scenario emphasizes the importance of maintaining and regularly inspecting altitude valves to ensure they function correctly and prevent overfilling of water storage tanks.